dragonhead
Dragonhead is a common name used for several flowering plants, most often for species in the genus Dracocephalum in the mint family (Lamiaceae). The name derives from the Greek words for dragon and head, a reference to the head- or spike-like inflorescences found on many species.
The best-known dragonhead is Moldavian dragonhead (Dracocephalum moldavicum), but the term is generally applied to the
Distribution and habitat vary by species, but Dracocephalum plants are native to temperate regions of Europe
Uses and cautions: Dracocephalum species are grown primarily for ornamental value. Some traditional herbal uses exist
Regional note: in some contexts the term dragonhead is also applied to Physostegia virginiana, commonly called